Whisk(e)y Lovers thread

[axsis]

@morkhans OK you twisted my arm

I've come across some awesome stuff on (of all places) the Picardi website.

They sell quite a few travel only exclusives ( in 1Ltr bottles). Check these beauties.

Auchentoshan Heartwood - 1 Litre - PicardiRebel

Initially released for travel retail, Heartwood is a combination of whiskies aged in bourbon and oloroso sherry casks. Rich, fruity and sweet.

www.picardirebel.co.za

Bowmore 10 Year Old Dark and Intense - 1 Litre - PicardiReBEL

A 10-year-old Bowmore for travel retail called 'Dark & Intense', fully matured in Spanish oak hogsheads to give intensely fruity, spicy notes. The nose is full of raisins, Seville oranges, spices and maple syrup, while the palate has notes of dark fruits, raisins and a hint of sea salt. This...

www.picardirebel.co.za

Bowmore Black Rock - 1 Litre - PicardiRebel

Bowmore Black Rock was released for the travel retail market in 2014. A No Age Statement whisky that was matured predominantly in Spanish ex-sherry casks, this shows an excellent balance between richness and smoke.

www.picardirebel.co.za

Bowmore Gold Reef - 1 Litre - PicardiRebel

Bowmore Gold Reef was released for the travel retail market in 2014. A No Age Statement whisky that was matured predominantly in first fill ex-bourbon casks, this is a coastal whisky with tropical fruit flavours.

www.picardirebel.co.za

Compass Box Stranger and Stranger - 700ml - PicardiRebel

Stranger & Stranger is a bit of a departure of blending experts Compass Box because it's technically not a whisky. Technically. 99% of the blend is made with Scotch whisky. It was released in celebration of working with packaging designers Stranger & Stranger for ten years.

www.picardirebel.co.za

Glenfarclas 105 Cask Strength 1000ml - PicardiReBEL

Glenfarclas 105 1000ML - Shop all of your favourite alcoholic beverages now online at PicardiReBEL...🥃👌

www.picardirebel.co.za

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www.picardirebel.co.za

Laphroaig Brodir - 700ml - PicardiReBEL

Laphroaig Brodir Whisky - Shop PicardiReBEL online now for all of your favourite alcoholic beverages...

www.picardirebel.co.za

Laphroaig Cuan Mor - 700ml - PicardiReBEL

Laphroaig Cuan Mor Whisky - Shop PicardiReBEL online now for all of your favourite alcoholic beverages...

www.picardirebel.co.za

Laphroaig Four Oak 1000ML - PicardiReBEL

Laphroaig Four Oak Whisky - Shop PicardiReBEL online now for all of your favourite alcoholic beverages...

www.picardirebel.co.za

Laphroaig PX Cask Finish 1000ml - PicardiReBEL

Laphroaig Px Cask 1000ML - Shop all of your favourite alcoholic beverages now online at PicardiReBEL...🥃👌

www.picardirebel.co.za

Makers Mark 101 Proof 1000ml - PicardiReBEL

Makers Mark 101 Proof 1000ML - Shop all of your favourite alcoholic beverages now online at PicardiReBEL...🥃👌

www.picardirebel.co.za

Just keep in mind their site isn't really that accurate. I enquired about Clynelish 14 and they didn't actually have any.

Edit: seems their site works again

 

[dualmeister]

Just keep in mind their site isn't really that accurate. I enquired about Clynelish 14 and they didn't actually have any.

I suspected that.
Did contact them though and they confirmed which branch has what I wanted.
With the stupid alcohol regulations, I cannot get there during the week though

 

[TheMightyQuin]

I suspected that.
Did contact them though and they confirmed which branch has what I wanted.
With the stupid alcohol regulations, I cannot get there during the week though

What regulations? I've been out of the loop.

 

[dualmeister]

What regulations? I've been out of the loop.

Can only walk into a liquor store Monday to Thursday 10am to 6pm.
So I cannot browse over the weekend.
Prefer not to shop online unless I absolutely have to

 

[TheMightyQuin]

Can only walk into a liquor store Monday to Thursday 10am to 6pm.
So I cannot browse over the weekend.
Prefer not to shop online unless I absolutely have to

Well I could never drive into one at those times, so not sure what the problem is?

I buy all my booze online anyway...but I am ladida that way, so. Being a COVID survivor and all....

 

[ands45]

So just got the Whisky Brother mailer with their malt of the month https://www.masterofmalt.com/whiskies/balvenie/balvenie-doublewood-12-year-old-whisky/ What are the thoughts?

 

[klessius]

Has anyone been able to use the voucher that comes with the Three Ships 10yo gift pack?
I sent the distillery an email three days ago and got no response so far. Also tried calling them multiple times but no one answers the phone.

I'd like to visit tomorrow but I am afraid I won't be able to.. or should I just get there with the vouchers ?

 

[kolaval]

Visiting checkers liquor, seeing a bunch of whiskey's I don't know at various prices, I realized I just don't have the energy.
Jameson Caskmates Stout it is.

 

[dualmeister]

Has anyone been able to use the voucher that comes with the Three Ships 10yo gift pack?
I sent the distillery an email three days ago and got no response so far. Also tried calling them multiple times but no one answers the phone.

I'd like to visit tomorrow but I am afraid I won't be able to.. or should I just get there with the vouchers ?

They took forever to answer my email as well and then when I did the tour they never even asked for the voucher

 

[TheMightyQuin]

Well this is why I'd rather walk into a liquor store and buy something that is on the shelf.
Placed the order online. They came back to say no stock. Stock is not up to date yet after the ban yet.
They going to refund my money

That has never ever happened to me. Buy from a reputable place OR call them, like I have done many times, and ASK if they have the stock.

 

[axsis]

So checkers had 25% off J&B Jet 12, I've always thought this was a bit of an odd label with way too much marketing behind it and the liquid was probably rubbish. Well it's more than passable could easily stand toe to toe with JW Black and Chivas 12, I don't think it's as interesting as Bell's special reserve and it does have some astringency although it's not nearly as bad as I thought it would or could be. It's not terribly fruity but is a little creamy with a bit of honey, and surprisingly enjoyable. Worst case scenario add a dash of Ardbeg 10.

I probably won't buy it again but it's something I'd recommend to beginners looking for cheaper scotch. Still not as good as Glen Moray Chardonnay and Peated.

I hate the bottle though, it has a built-in pourer and is completely black. Thank goodness Bell's special reserve has a cork and a clear standard diageo bottle.

 

[DramBuddy]

Today's haul

 

[TheMightyQuin]

Today's haul

Jirre...you do understand the difference between being ALLOWED to buy whisky...and I MUST buy whisky?

Hehehe...nice one bro!

I just bought 7 cases of white wine online myself....

 

[DramBuddy]

Jirre...you do understand the difference between being ALLOWED to buy whisky...and I MUST buy whisky?

Hehehe...nice one bro!

I just bought 7 cases of white wine online myself....

Being allowed didn't stop me, DHL delivered 24 bottles to me in January.

So much wine, r u off the whisky-wagon?

 

[TheMightyQuin]

Being allowed didn't stop me, DHL delivered 24 bottles to me in January.

So much wine, r u off the whisky-wagon?

Never off the whisky wagon, but love good wine too and collection getting low.

Will post as soon as all arrives.

 

[kolaval]

I only learned in December that white wine you want as new as possible.
Always thought it was like red wine, so when I got white, I took the oldest bottles.
Might be why I never liked it.

 

[TheMightyQuin]

I only learned in December that white wine you want as new as possible.
Always thought it was like red wine, so when I got white, I took the oldest bottles.
Might be why I never liked it.

 

[Quad Pipe]

First of my online lockdown orders arrived the other day.

One of the Kilchomans will find its way to Luben and an Arran Sherry Cask will find its way back.

This one’s not for drinking at the moment.

 

[dualmeister]

SA Master Distiller to be Inducted into Global Whisky Hall of Fame

Whisky Magazine announced today (4 February) that Andy Watts, Distell Master Distiller of a range of proudly South African whiskies, Bain’s Cape Mountain Whisky and Three Ships Whisky, will be bestowed the great honour of being inducted into Whisky Magazine’s Whisky Hall of Fame!

The induction will take place on 25 March during an online ceremony when the Global Winners of the Icons of Whisky Awards, together with the World Whiskies Awards winners, will be announced.

The honour of Whisky Hall of Fame has been bestowed on just a handful of iconic people since its inception in 2004, as a permanent tribute to their lasting contribution to the whisky industry.

Andy will receive this prestigious accolade in recognition of his life-long commitment to the South African whisky industry and subsequently, the World Whisky Category (whiskies produced outside of Scotland, the USA and UK).

Source

 

[DramBuddy]

First of my online lockdown orders arrived the other day.

One of the Kilchomans will find its way to Luben and an Arran Sherry Cask will find its way back.

This one’s not for drinking at the moment.

Not just the Arran Sherry, these as well